An adult patient, reporting for an annual examination, has a history of fibrocystic disease and has large, pendulous breasts. Which position is best for inspecting the patient's breasts?
1) Lying supine with arms over her head
2) Sitting, arms on hip
3) Leaning forward with arms outstretched
4) Lying supine with arms at side
ANS: 3
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